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Wednesday, January 31, 2007

Boeing gets India call for field trials of aircraft

Free Image Hosting at www.ImageShack.usUS aircraft manufacturer Boeing has been invited by the Indian Navy for field trials of the $133-million P-8I multi-mission maritime reconnaissance aircraft.

The trials of the P-8I aircraft, to be taken place in Goa and Vizag soon, are expected to replace the navy's 8-10 TU-142 Bear aircraft that are being phased out after negotiations with Russia and Israel to retrofit them were called off.

Successful procurement of these aircraft will certainly contribute to India's capabilities, as its naval responsibilities undergo rapid growth.

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